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Pad Kimao – Stir-Fried Wide Rice Noodles with Thai Basil
Pad Kimao is a Thai street‑food specialty: wide rice noodles stir‑fried with beef, Chinese broccoli, Thai basil, garlic, fresh chilies and a flavorful sauce made from soy sauce, oyster sauce and fish sauce. This spicy dish is perfect for recovering from a night of heavy drinking.
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Critical Success Points
- • Soak the noodles for 1 hour
- • Blanch the broccoli for 2 minutes
- • Stir‑fry over medium‑high heat respecting the cooking times
Safety Warnings
- • Watch out for splattering hot oil during stir‑frying
- • Handle boiling water carefully when blanching the broccoli
- • Use a sharp knife and cut away from your body
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